School: Arts and Humanities

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    The Criminal Justice Process
  • Unit Code

    CRI1107
  • Year

    2016
  • Enrolment Period

    1
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
    Online

Description

This unit introduces students to the major institutions of Criminal Justice in Australia. Students develop an understanding of how society responds to offensive behaviour. They also consider the roles of key agencies and individuals within the justice system. This compulsory unit provides an important foundation for moving into specialised units.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded CRI1101, CRI1111, JUS1111

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Compare and contrast legal systems across international jurisdictions.
  2. Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of legal processes and the origins of law.
  4. Demonstrate appropriate skills in written expression and report writing.
  5. Demonstrate responsibility for own learning.
  6. Describe the institutional structure of the Australian legal system.
  7. Describe the nature of Aboriginal Customary Law.
  8. Explain the role of police, courts and corrections.

Unit Content

  1. Customary law.
  2. Ethics in justice.
  3. Law and Federalism - the Constitution.
  4. The branches of law.
  5. The nature and function of law.
  6. The politics and sociology of law.
  7. The role of corrections.
  8. The role of courts.
  9. The role of police.
  10. The sources and institutions of law.
  11. The trial process.

Additional Learning Experience Information

This unit is conducted in both the on-campus and off-campus modes. On-campus students attend a two hour lecture and a one hour tutorial each week. Lectures are used to introduce the central concepts and literature relevant to Australia's legal systems, the creation of law and systems of justice. On-campus tutorials provide students with the opportunity to discuss critical aspects of the content in greater detail and in doing so, further develop their communication and teamwork skills. Assessment methods provide students with the opportunity to visit parliament whilst in session and watch a real life trial. These assessments allow students to demonstrate their content knowledge, critical thinking and develop their written communication skills. Off-campus students are provided with an electronic version of the internal lecture and weekly tutorials. All information is delivered to off-campus students via Blackboard. Lectures are used to introduce the central concepts and literature relevant to Australia's legal systems, the creation of law and systems of justice. Regular online activities, delivered via the online modules and the discussion board, provide students with the opportunity to discuss critical aspects of the content in greater detail. Online tutorials using Adobe Connect Pro allow students to develop their communication and teamwork skills. methods provide students the opportunity to visit parliament whilst in session and watch a real life trial. These assessments allow students to demonstrate their content knowledge, critical thinking and develop their written communication skills. Regular online access is required. As this is a foundation unit in Criminology and Justice, both on-campus and off-campus students are introduced to the basic generic academic skills required for tertiary study, through a series of interactive and engaging self-paced on-line modules. These on-line modules assist students in the preparation of their assessments as well as the development of sound study habits and skills.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
ReportReports50%
ParticipationParticipation10%
ExaminationExamination40%
ONLINE
TypeDescriptionValue
ReportReports50%
ParticipationParticipation10%
ExaminationExamination40%

Text References

  • ^ White, R., & Perrone, S. (2009). Crime, criminality and criminal justice. Sth Melbourne: Oxford University Press.
  • Bone, S. (ed). (2001). Osborn's concise law dictionary. London: Sweet and Maxwell.
  • Hinchy, R. (2007). The Australian legal system: History, institutions and methods. NSW: Pearson Education.
  • Strunk, W., & White, E.B. (2000). The elements of style. Massachusetts: Pearson.
  • White, R., & Perrone, S. (2005). Crime and social control. Victoria: Oxford.
  • Chisholm, R., & Nettheim, G. (2002). Understanding law: An introduction to Australia's legal system. Australia: Butterworths.
  • Corkery, J. (2002). Starting law. Mudgereeba: Scribblers Publishing.
  • Ellis, E. (2005). Principles and practice of law. Sydney: Lawbook Co.
  • Frazer, S. (1997). How to study law. Sydney: LBC Information Services.
  • Hall, K. (2002). Legislation. Australia: Butterworths.
  • Stuhmcke, A. (2001). Legal referencing. Australia: Lexis Nexis Butterworths.
  • Vines, P. (2005). Law and justice in Australia: Foundations of the legal system. Melbourne: Oxford University Press.

Journal References

  • Alternative Law Journal
  • Aboriginal Law Bulletin
  • Australian Law Journal
  • Criminology Australia

^ Mandatory reference


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

CRI1107|1|1

School: Arts and Humanities

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    The Criminal Justice Process
  • Unit Code

    CRI1107
  • Year

    2016
  • Enrolment Period

    2
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
    Online

Description

This unit introduces students to the major institutions of Criminal Justice in Australia. Students develop an understanding of how society responds to offensive behaviour. They also consider the roles of key agencies and individuals within the justice system. This compulsory unit provides an important foundation for moving into specialised units.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded CRI1101, CRI1111, JUS1111

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Compare and contrast legal systems across international jurisdictions.
  2. Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of legal processes and the origins of law.
  4. Demonstrate appropriate skills in written expression and report writing.
  5. Demonstrate responsibility for own learning.
  6. Describe the institutional structure of the Australian legal system.
  7. Describe the nature of Aboriginal Customary Law.
  8. Explain the role of police, courts and corrections.

Unit Content

  1. Customary law.
  2. Ethics in justice.
  3. Law and Federalism - the Constitution.
  4. The branches of law.
  5. The nature and function of law.
  6. The politics and sociology of law.
  7. The role of corrections.
  8. The role of courts.
  9. The role of police.
  10. The sources and institutions of law.
  11. The trial process.

Additional Learning Experience Information

This unit is conducted in both the on-campus and off-campus modes. On-campus students attend a two hour lecture and a one hour tutorial each week. Lectures are used to introduce the central concepts and literature relevant to Australia's legal systems, the creation of law and systems of justice. On-campus tutorials provide students with the opportunity to discuss critical aspects of the content in greater detail and in doing so, further develop their communication and teamwork skills. Assessment methods provide students with the opportunity to visit parliament whilst in session and watch a real life trial. These assessments allow students to demonstrate their content knowledge, critical thinking and develop their written communication skills. Off-campus students are provided with an electronic version of the internal lecture and weekly tutorials. All information is delivered to off-campus students via Blackboard. Lectures are used to introduce the central concepts and literature relevant to Australia's legal systems, the creation of law and systems of justice. Regular online activities, delivered via the online modules and the discussion board, provide students with the opportunity to discuss critical aspects of the content in greater detail. Online tutorials using Adobe Connect Pro allow students to develop their communication and teamwork skills. methods provide students the opportunity to visit parliament whilst in session and watch a real life trial. These assessments allow students to demonstrate their content knowledge, critical thinking and develop their written communication skills. Regular online access is required. As this is a foundation unit in Criminology and Justice, both on-campus and off-campus students are introduced to the basic generic academic skills required for tertiary study, through a series of interactive and engaging self-paced on-line modules. These on-line modules assist students in the preparation of their assessments as well as the development of sound study habits and skills.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
ReportReports50%
ParticipationParticipation10%
ExaminationExamination40%
ONLINE
TypeDescriptionValue
ReportReports50%
ParticipationParticipation10%
ExaminationExamination40%

Text References

  • ^ White, R., & Perrone, S. (2009). Crime, criminality and criminal justice. Sth Melbourne: Oxford University Press.
  • Vines, P. (2005). Law and justice in Australia: Foundations of the legal system. Melbourne: Oxford University Press.
  • Bone, S. (ed). (2001). Osborn's concise law dictionary. London: Sweet and Maxwell.
  • Chisholm, R., & Nettheim, G. (2002). Understanding law: An introduction to Australia's legal system. Australia: Butterworths.
  • Corkery, J. (2002). Starting law. Mudgereeba: Scribblers Publishing.
  • Hinchy, R. (2007). The Australian legal system: History, institutions and methods. NSW: Pearson Education.
  • Strunk, W., & White, E.B. (2000). The elements of style. Massachusetts: Pearson.
  • White, R., & Perrone, S. (2005). Crime and social control. Victoria: Oxford.
  • Stuhmcke, A. (2001). Legal referencing. Australia: Lexis Nexis Butterworths.
  • Hall, K. (2002). Legislation. Australia: Butterworths.
  • Frazer, S. (1997). How to study law. Sydney: LBC Information Services.
  • Ellis, E. (2005). Principles and practice of law. Sydney: Lawbook Co.

Journal References

  • Criminology Australia
  • Aboriginal Law Bulletin
  • Alternative Law Journal
  • Australian Law Journal

^ Mandatory reference


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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